Drunk Ex-Pastors

In this episode of DXP we hear from a caller challenging our assertion that conservative Christianity demands young-earth creationism, from which we springboard into a discussion of the nature of antiquity in general and humanity in particular. We then take another call about the alleged prostate G-spot, which leads to all kinds of gross butt stuff. Biebers involve vehicle interfaces and broccoli.

Direct download: 2023_12_20_0466.mp3
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 We begin this episode of DXP discussing the Hulu drama, Normal People (which we have both come to love, despite the Irishness of it all). We talk about Indiana’s new drug law, and then we hear from a caller about Young-Earth Creationism. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns as we learn life-changing lessons about Damascus and cowardice. Biebers involve racist stereotypes and chatty phone agents.

Direct download: 2023_12_13_0465.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we hear all the dirty secrets revealed by Christian’s recent Dexa Scan (we also learn a bit about bloody pee). We share thoughts about being secretly recorded while screaming at people (auto-attendants and old drivers, respectively). We hear from a listener asking about Anthony Jeselnik’s trans jokes, and then discuss the crucial nature of young-earth creationism. Biebers involve public saunas and hospital hallways.

Direct download: 2023_12_08_0464.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we talk briefly about Ridley Scott's new film, Napoleon, puzzling over the accents used (or lack thereof). We check in with Elon Musk and weigh in on his latest scheme to attract advertisers to X, and then discuss whether we live in a digital simulation and what that even means. Biebers involve parallel parking and birthday wishes.

Direct download: 2023_12_01_0463.mp3
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In this episode of DXP we discuss the issue of sleep, and afterward we turn our attention to the growing number of accusations of antisemitism in the entertainment industry (as in, is there a difference between criticizing a country's actions and disliking a certain race of people?). We address the recent controversy over Matt Rife's new comedy special, and then return to Israel with "Pastor Jack's Off." Biebers involve busy signals and BS error messages.

Direct download: 2023_11_22_0462.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we hear another amusing story about the way 80 year-olds (attempt to) interact, and then we talk at some length about the state of America’s public schools, wondering whether the violence problem is too systemic and ingrained to do much about at this point. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns, and alas! he is wrong again (this time about Israel). Biebers involve Amazon delivery drivers and Facebook Messenger.

Direct download: 2023_11_15_0461.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we discuss the (rather dubious) discovery of Noah’s Ark atop Mount Ararat and what, if anything, that would mean for people’s position regarding the Old Testament. We discover that Jared Kushner isn’t nearly as much of a moron as we assumed he was, and then delve into the issue of how to live as polite members of an impolite society. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns, and biebers involve bathroom doors and Facebook notifications.

Direct download: 2023_11_08_0460.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we discuss the status of the Daylight Preservation Act and the joy of colonoscopies, and then hear about some of Nashville’s coolest speakeasies. We discover to our surprise that Jared Kushner isn’t a babbling idiot, and then lament the death of Matthew Perry so soon after that of his brother, Luke Perry. Biebers involve Twitter, X, and vague assembly instructions.

Direct download: 2023_11_03_0459.mp3
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We spend most of the first half of this episode of DXP discussing the so-called Gnostic Gospels and what their discovery 80 years ago means for organized religion and Protestantism in particular. We share our latest thoughts on one-another’s documentary recommendations (Welcome to Wrexham and the Hundred-Foot Wave), and then hear about a new show about naked British people. Biebers involve online menus and dirty grapes.

Direct download: 2023_10_24_0458.mp3
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We begin this episode of DXP with a little quiz focusing on what exactly is North America. We then discuss the documentaries Beckham and 100 Foot Wave, and then hear more about the Paris and Italy legs of Christian’s recent trip. We debate whether it would be better to live rich and die poor or the opposite, then get mad about Pastor Jack Hibbs again. Biebers involve football and the airport in Paris.

Direct download: 2023_10_17_0457.mp3
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We begin this episode of DXP with a report on Portugal, a country God did his best to destroy in 1755. We discuss the pros and cons of EV charging, and also hear about the not-so-great results of Christian’s MRI on his hips. Biebers involve almonds and tourists.

Direct download: 2023_10_03_0456.mp3
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This episode of DXP begins with a heads-up about Christian’s upcoming trip, after which we talk a bit about the resolution of the writers’ strike. We discuss divorce attorney James Sexton’s appearance on Lex Fridman’s podcast, and then talk about Coldplay’s and U2’s use of cutting-edge tech in their live shows. We mock Gen Z’s delusional belief that they invented anything, and then once we are (or one of us is) pretty incapacitated we attempt to discuss genetics and simulation theory. Biebers involve Facebook Marketplace and Parmesan cheese.

Direct download: 2023_09_26_0455.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we spend the bulk of our time discussing (the limited information we have about) the recent allegations against Russell Brand. We also delve into the backlash he has faced, and whether it is fair to rush to judgment given the lack of specifics or charges. We also discuss the topic of minimalism, and “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns. Biebers involve copying and pasting.

Direct download: 2023_09_20_0454.mp3
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In this episode of DXP we whine and moan about getting old, focusing in particular on whether it's worth it to live for a long time. We discuss the issue of "cutting out toxic people," wondering just how much of its justification is just psychobabble. We make fun of evangelicalism's sensationalism, and then share biebers involving Apple Homekit and Britney mics.

Direct download: 2023_09_14_0453.mp3
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This somewhat scatterbrained episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors includes some play-by-play pitfalls to avoid as we age, as well as some random thoughts on relationships versus singleness. We tackle the controversial kiss that got some greasy Spaniard fired (and springboard from there to sexual assault), and then share biebers involving Instagram and Audi’s metaphors.  

Direct download: 2023_09_07_0452.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we tackle such monumental topics as whether marriage ceremonies should use “man and wife” or “husband and wife” (and what about the gays? Seems kind of unfair). We also address the recent government shutdown in the form of Mitch McConnell, and then learn why Zip-Lock technology has run its course. Pastor Jack jacks off again, and we share biebers about computer desks and digital volume controls.

Direct download: 2023_08_30_0451.mp3
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We kick off this episode with some brief reflections on the recent Republican presidential debate, and then discuss how Russia FOR SURE didn’t assassinate that one coup leader dude. We talk about a retired guy who builds monolithic structures in his backyard in his spare time, and then speed through random thoughts involving stretchy jeans, Indiana Jones, car antennas, and left vs. right. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns, and we share biebers involving traffic and bread bags.

Direct download: 2023_08_25_0450.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we learn that one of us is still apparently a pastor, calling into question this entire podcast. We discuss pink-eye and the American healthcare system, and then talk about recent legislation allowing children to serve liquor. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns and allows us to weigh in on everything from Catholicism, to Hawaii, to demonic aliens. Biebers involve road work and non-disturbing videos.

Direct download: 2023_08_12_0449.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we try to flex on one another about who’s better at the Wordle until we find out that we’re actually pretty even. We discuss psychedelics and a couple recent experiences in particular, and then talk about the new film, Oppenheimer, wondering aloud how much propaganda is mingled in with the otherwise Oscar-worthy storytelling. No biebers this week!

Direct download: 2023_08_01_0448.mp3
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We begin this episode of DXP with yet another tale of a nepo-baby, and this one is a serious deep cut. Jason shares his plans for his next “journey,” and we debate how much pain we’d endure for how much gain. We discuss Jason Aldean’s lynchin’ song, and we revisit the issue of unions and scabs. We talk about NPCs and then share biebers involving interest rates and TikToks.

Direct download: 2023_07_26_0447.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we weigh in on the writers’ strike in Hollywood (and give props to the actors for joining them). We talk about the soldier who defected to North Korea, and then revisit our “Where’s the Lie?” segment in order to help men save money. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns with a warning that he himself has never heeded, and biebers involve stoplights and insurance companies.  

Direct download: 2023_07_19_0446.mp3
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In this episode of DXP Jason talks about his upcoming relocation to Orange County as well as his next career move. We talk about the tribalism that plagues virtually all online political discourse, and use this as a springboard for a new segment called “Where’s the Lie?” We do another “Pastor Jack’s Off,” weigh in on the recent Jonah Hill controversy, and then share biebers involving cyber security and peanut butter.

Direct download: 2023_07_15_0445.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we hear from a YouTuber who wonders aloud whether Americans’ overall sloppiness and disregard of style is a symptom of a greater problem. We then revisit “Pastor Jack’s Off” and learn about how everyone except Republicans want the earth’s population dead.

Direct download: 2023_06_29_0444.mp3
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After an initial false start, we begin this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors with a discussion of the new TV series, Silo. We talk about the recent implosion of the Titan submersible, and focus on whether we should have compassion for those who died on the expedition. We discuss the new rules for Best Picture nominees at the Oscars, and conclude with biebers involving pronunciation and traffic.

Direct download: 2023_06_24_0443.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we touch upon the death of televangelist Pat Robertson (and whether it’s okay to celebrate such deaths). An unanswered Jeopardy question leaves us wondering how godless we’ve become, and then we discuss the Trump indictment. “Pastor Jack’s Off” returns, prompting a conversation about the so-called 1000-year reign of Christ, and biebers involve doctors and something else we can’t remember right now.

Direct download: 2023_06_16_0442.mp3
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We begin this episode with a voice mail asking about our favorite foreign films, which somehow leads to the issue of trans athletes and competitive sports. We hear an update about the Oath Keepers’ founder and his Red Rider BB Gun, and then we hear some timely admonitions regarding pride and the Antichrist from Jack Hibbs. Biebers involve deodorant and toilet paper.

Direct download: 2023_06_09_0441.mp3
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We begin this episode of DXP with a plug for a new documentary about how extort a jet from a soda company. We then hear from a caller asking about “parasocial relationships” which apparently is a thing now. We discuss AI-generated movies, and then resume our “Pastor Jack’s Off” series in which Jack Hibbs explains the evils of metropolises. Biebers involve belt loops and virtual dials.

Direct download: 2023_05_17_0440.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we discuss the recent verdict in the Trump sexual assault case. We talk about the Netflix show, Shrinking, and then share some of the downsides of being an “old soul.” We consider how accountable groups like the Proud Boys should be given how lied-to they are, and then share biebers involving exercise and key fobs.

Direct download: 2023_05_09_0439.mp3
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In this episode of DXP we talk about seeing the new film, Air, produced by and starring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. We briefly discuss How to Blow Up a Pipeline and The Artifice Girl, and then turn our attention to the difficulty Mormons must have jacking off. We hear from a Scotsman with questions about Easter and U2, and then one of our favorite callers issues a warning about AI. Biebers involve TikTok and unintended puns.

Direct download: 2023_05_03_0438.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we discuss amazing lyricists who can’t sing very well. We then shoot the shit about a bunch of stuff that we can’t remember because we recorded this a whole two days ago. Christian updates us about a new show, “Jury Duty,” and then we hear Jack Hibbs stammer like an idiot in “Pastor Jack’s Off” (apparently his end-times views are too complex even for Satan to grasp). Biebers involve Spotify and indoor climate changes.

Direct download: 2023_04_25_0437.mp3
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We kick off this episode with random discussions about such riveting topics as tacos vs. burritos, trucks vs. semis, and morale vs. moral support. We talk about the issue of appropriation in general, and Cleopatra in particular, and then hear some pearls of wisdom on the topic of democracy from DXP’s favorite man of the cloth, Jack-off Hibbs. Biebers involve traffic lanes and conversing with no one.

Direct download: 2023_04_25_0436.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we hear from an old favorite, whose voicemail makes it clear that Jason’s taste in movies sucks and that Orientals aren’t that bad. We discuss the indictment of former president Donald Trump, highlighting both the hypocrisy of the criminal justice system as well as how seeing him go to prison would make the hypocrisy worthwhile. “Pastor Jack’s Off” with Jack Hibbs returns, and we then share biebers involving wall art and dishonest political discourse.

Direct download: 2023_04_04_0435.mp3
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 We begin this episode with (surprise) a discussion about the fear death, wondering whether it’s just FOMO that would be eliminated if we were all to die at the same time. We hear from a caller seeking to reconcile the “kinder gentler” version of Catholicism he hears from us with the rigorous kind he grew up with. We revisit the proposed TikTok ban and then do another segment of “Pastor Jack’s Off” with Jack Hibbs, after which we share biebers involving dictionaries and pronunciation.

Direct download: 2023_03_28_0434.mp3
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This episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors begins with a debrief about our (failed) attempt to watch the Oscar-winning film “Everything Everywhere All at Once” (Jason tried. He really did). We discuss the proposed ban of TikTok, wondering aloud whether the supposed enemy is China or freedom of expression. “Pastor Jack’s Off” with Jack Hibbs makes its return, and biebers involve wrinkles and notifications.

Direct download: 2023_03_21_0433.mp3
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 We begin this episode with a discussion about the Oscars and about the relevance of movies in general. We hear from a big-boned caller whose skeleton is apparently quite large, and then Christian updates us on his son, Zeke, who recently experienced heart failure. “Pastor Jack’s Off” with Jack Hibbs returns, followed by biebers involving bread and childish adults.  

Direct download: 2023_03_14_0432.mp3
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In this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors we discuss Jesus Revolution, the brand new film about the origins of our former church, Calvary Chapel. We talk about what we think they got right, what they left out, and whether any of it matters. We force ourselves to listen to more Jack Hibbs for our segment “Pastor Jack’s Off,” and then share biebers involving water pressure and online shopping carts.

Direct download: 2023_02_28_0431.mp3
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We begin episode #430 talking about Madonna’s new look, springboarding into a discussion of the patriarchy and what the best response to it might be. We talk about the film “Good Luck to You, Leo Grande,” which proposes a better approach to Hollywood’s demands upon women to cease aging. We hear from a listener about suicide  and mental conditioning, and then laugh at Pastor Jack Hibbs’ take on UFOs and demons. Biebers involve AC and sodium.

Direct download: 2023_02_21_0430.mp3
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We begin this episode with a discussion of such classics as The Fabelmans, E.T., and Catch Me If You Can (we also discuss whether Steven Spielberg is actually a good director). We talk about the “He Gets Us” Superbowl ad campaign, and then hear from a listener about the issue of atheism. “Pastor Jack’s Off” with Jack Hibbs returns, and we share biebers involving annoying questions and micro expressions.

Direct download: 2023_02_16_0429.mp3
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We begin this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors with an unplanned disagreement about who the world’s most famous person is (and no, neither of us said “the Pope,” although that’s probably a better answer than what we came up with). We hear from a caller asking about whether suicide is always a bad thing, and then discuss the issue of “rapture trauma.” Our new segment, “Pastor Jack’s Off” with Jack Hibbs returns, and then we share biebers involving boldness and marketing.

Direct download: 2023_02_07_0428.mp3
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This episode begins with a serious dilemma with no good solution. We hear from a listener who challenges us about our obsession with death and the end of days (but honestly, doesn’t positivity need prior privilege to exist in the first place?). We discuss the issue of female solidarity, and then share biebers involving gathering ammo and, oh yeah, female solidarity.

Direct download: 2023_02_02_0427.mp3
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We kick off this episode of Drunk Ex-Pastors by discussing the films of Baz Luhrmann (and the new Elvis one in particular). We look back on the hilarious Jeffrey Toobin masturbatory episode, and then discuss the issue of “Rapture Anxiety,” wondering aloud how bad we should feel for people who believe in stupid shit without evidence. We coin a term for a new segment, “Pastor Jack’s Off,” during which we listen to and make fun of Pastor Jack Hibbs. Biebers involve award shows and Hollywood nepotism?

Direct download: 2023_01_24_0426.mp3
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We begin this episode of DXP with a discussion of weight loss and its impact on life’s most important activities (like tying shoes). We update everyone on the progress of Moist January, and then hear from a caller about the prospect of death. We play a voicemail questioning a common atheist argument against Christianity, and then spend a fair bit of time getting frustrated with Pastor Jack Hibbs. Biebers involve shaving sensitive areas and deboarding airplanes.

Direct download: 2023_01_17_0425.mp3
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This episode begins with what can only be described as a bone-chilling voicemail from a redhead. We then discuss the new year, the recent Paul McCartney documentary, and how olden-times people knew what they looked like. We discuss where all the occultists have gone, and then share biebers involving packing tape and the NYT Wordle.

Direct download: 2023_01_07_0424.mp3
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